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619 Before the Doors Open: The Leadership Reset Every ECE Team Needs with Melonie Karrem

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A successful school year doesn’t begin with decorated classrooms, completed checklists, or perfectly organized supply closets. It begins with the way we lead.

In this episode, Erica Saccoccio and Melonie Kareem go beyond traditional back-to-school preparation to talk about what early childhood leaders really need to reset before children and families walk through the doors. From communication and team buy-in to clear systems, emotional regulation, and leadership presence, this conversation challenges directors and administrators to think differently about how they prepare…

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